2. Memphis is Tulane's third ranked opponent this season. This is Tulane sixth game of the season against a team that is nationally ranked or is receiving votes.
3. Memphis is one of 12 remaining undefeated teams in the nation.
4. The Wave last played Memphis in November 2014, losing to the Tigers last 35-7 at homecoming.
5. Tulane's defense is its strength this season. Last week, the Wave's "Tsunami" defense held the No. 3 rushing offense in the nation to its lowest rushing yardage of the season.
6. Despite this, Tulane's loss to Navy was just the third time in 44 games under head coach Curtis Johnson the Wave has failed to record a turnover.